The Velvet Bandit is a local street artist whose work I’ve admired for several years. Her 15 minutes of fame happened last year when, as reported by the Press Democrat, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wore a gown with a “Tax the Rich” message that closely resembled a VB design.
I have particularly enjoyed a collection that I think of as the Velvet Bandit’s COVID series, which appeared on the boarded-up windows of the former Economy Inn here in Santa Rosa. The building is now under active renovation and the installation won’t last much longer, so I photographed it today and made a slideshow.
I like this image especially, though I have no idea what it means.
If you would like to buy some of her work, it’s available here. I gather sales have been brisk since l’affaire AOC!
I’m guessing that a) the kid was disciplined for NOT wearing a mask; or b) for WEARING a mask. Depending on where they live.
That’s it!